From plant-filled urban jungle living rooms to tiny windowsill gardens, us Londoners know a thing or two about fitting foliage anywhere we can squeeze it. And that doesn’t stop with our one-bedroom flats. From gardens in the sky to enchanted forest dining, London’s botanical restaurants really don’t disappoint when it comes to getting our green fix.
Whether you’re looking for lush greenery with a view, a stunning greenhouse restaurant, or even some botanical cocktails, here are 13 brilliant plant-filled restaurants and bars in London to feed your plant obsession… and feed yourself while you’re at it.
Sky Garden
Renowned for its world-class views across London, the Sky Garden is first and foremost, well, a garden. Boasting exotic greenery, foliage and palm trees, our top tip for plant-lovers is to head here just before sunset.
Grab a cocktail or book in to the restaurant for food, and watch the sun go down over the city in one of London’s most stunning leafy surroundings.
our top tip for plant-lovers is to head here just before sunset
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Where: 1 Sky Garden Walk, London EC3M 8AF
Website: www.skygarden.london
The Petersham
From its garden centre grounds in Richmond to plates garnished with edible flowers, where else would you go to get your green fix other than a Petersham Nurseries outpost?
The Covent site has become every London plant-lover’s dream destination for an afternoon of botanicals. In the greenhouse café, you’ll tuck into flower-garnished plates while your surroundings are draped in leafy greens and stunning florals.
Every London plant-lover’s dream destination for an afternoon of botanicals
Where: Off Church Ln, Petersham Rd, Richmond TW10 7AB
Website: www.petershamnurseries.com
Sketch
Sketch is famously known for its stunning interiors. But aside from the egg-shaped toilets and pink-turned-yellow Gallery room that fill our Insta grid, it’s also home to The Glade Room – a space that gives off serious enchanted forest vibes.
Walls are painted with foliage from corner to corner, floors are like moss, and hanging florals drape the room. Make sure to book and table and fully immerse yourself in this wonderland – you will not regret it.
Where: 9 Conduit St, London W1S 2XG
Website: www.sketch.london
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Mr Fogg’s House Of Botanicals
Mr Fogg’s House Of Botanicals is one you’ll want to tick off your bucket list, pronto.
Located just a short stroll from Tottenham Court Road, not only are the interiors flora and fauna-filled, the cocktails are botanical-inspired too, made with exotic ingredients from around the world. Think Botanical Concoction (Bombay Sapphire gin, Aperol aperitif, mango liqueur, lychee juice & lime juice) or A Tea-Sing Treat (Earl Grey tea-infused Patron Reposado tequila, hibiscus & green tea liqueur, pink grapefruit juice & lime juice and sugar syrup) that come as part of their Tipsy Tea.. Your selected tipple will be served in quaint Victorian teacups, while you soak up your foliage adorned surroundings.
Where: 48 Newman St, London W1T 1QQ
Website: www.mr-foggs.com/house-of-botanicals
Circolo Popolare
From the moment you step inside Circolo Popolare, you know you’re in for a good time. The vibrant walls are lined with 20,000 bottles of spirits, and floral vines drape the ceilings to create an alfresco vibe and bring the outdoors in.
A restaurant designed to be both beautiful and utterly delicious, the menu boasts dishes reminiscent of a traditional Italian trattoria. If you order one thing, make it the Carbonara, served straight from a pecorino wheel of cheese at your table. Divine.
Where: 40-41 Rathbone Pl, London W1T 1HX
Website: www.bigmammagroup.com
Botanica at 100 Queen’s Gate
Nestled in the heart of 100 Queen’s Gate hotel lies Botanica – an elegant atrium adorned with cherry blossom and lavish greenery. The leafy, calming atmosphere means you could literally spend all day here.
Meanwhile, the afternoon tea is just as stunning. In partnership with the quintessentially British perfumery brand, Floris London, is their Afternoon Tea Scentsation – a unique experience where notes of the perfumery’s signature scents have been introduced to the delicate scones and pastries to take you on a gastronomical experience like no other. And to wash it all down? A perfectly paired tea from Whittard of Chelsea.
The leafy, calming atmosphere means you could literally spend all day here.
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Where: 100 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5AG
Website: www.100queensgate.com
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The Hari Hotel Bar & Terrace
You only need to step foot inside The Hari to know you’ve entered somewhere special. And hidden in this hotel is a gem of an outdoor terrace.
Expect gorgeous greenery alongside delicious dishes and creative cocktails that’ll make you never want to leave.
Expect gorgeous greenery alongside delicious dishes and creative cocktails
Where: 20 Chesham Pl, London SW1X 8HQ
Website: www.thehari.com
Winter Garden at The Landmark London
If you haven’t visited The Landmark London’s iconic Winter Garden yet, stop what you’re doing and book a table right now.
Dating back to the eighteenth century, the stunning restaurant offers a continental menu and interiors reminiscent of a ‘50s Vegas hotel. Surrounded by exotic plants, flowers and palm trees, opt for their brunch and champagne or award-winning afternoon tea. Either way, you know you’re in for a treat.
Where: 222 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 6JQ
Website: www.landmarklondon.co.uk
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SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden
One of the prettiest restaurants we’ve laid our eyes on, it’s easy to admit that SUSHISAMBA is a firm favourite of ours.
Located in the heart of Covent Garden with views over the Piazza, the restaurant serves vibrant Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian dishes set to a backdrop of botanicals. Expect to sip cocktails under a ‘living ceiling’ of plants that hover above the bar, while plants from South America and Asia are peppered throughout the restaurant to reflect the restaurant’s origins.
The menu is just as stunning as the interiors, featuring exquisite plates to enjoy while soaking up the lush greenery.
Where: 35 The Market, London WC2E 8RF
Website: www.sushisamba.com
14 Hills
Perched atop 120 Fenchurch Street, you’ll find 14 Hills – a plant haven in the sky. Home to British food with a hint of French flair, expect dishes such as a Chicken Kiev with charred Hispi cabbage, lemon and garlic emulsion; and Creme Brulee with vanilla, bergamot and shortbread.
Not only does the glamorous restaurant have a forest-like vibe, it boasts unparalleled views of London too. Trust us – you won’t regret this visit.
A plant haven in the sky
Where: 14th floor, 120 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 5AL
Website: www.14hills.co.uk
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Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings
Every London plant-lovers favourite, the beautiful B&H Buildings is home to floral-printed chairs, elegant garden furniture, and gorgeous greenery that stands out against the simple white interiors.
Weekend brunch here is a staple, whatever the occasion, and the conservatory at the back is the spot to book if you’re lucky – its hanging plants and big glass panes will make you feel like you’re in another world.
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Where: 42 Northampton Rd, London EC1R 0HU
Website: www.bandhbuildings.com
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The Culpeper
Bridging the gap between farm and table, The Culpeper is a gorgeous venue that doubles as a garden where produce for their cocktails and dishes are grown.
With greenhouse vibes and foliage-filled surroundings, plant lovers will fall in love with this rooftop garden dining experience.
With greenhouse vibes and foliage-filled surroundings, plant lovers will fall in love with this rooftop garden dining experience
Where: 40 Commercial St, London E1 6LP
Website:www.theculpeper.com
The Ivy Chelsea Garden
Dining with plants doesn’t get much better than The Ivy Chelsea Garden. The leafiest restaurant in The Ivy family, this famed Chelsea spot boasts a summer terrace and garden outside, while inside there are potted plants and trailing ivy.
Expect an extensive menu of modern British comfort food and international dishes while you sip on an Ivy Royale – their signature Kir Royale with Plymouth Gin infused with hibiscus and rosewater, sloe juice and Cocchi Rosa Vermouth topped with The Ivy Collection Champagne.
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The leafiest restaurant in The Ivy family.
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Where: 195, 197 King’s Rd, London SW3 5EQ
Website: www.theivychelseagarden.com
